2010 Spring Gala: The Power of Community
EDUCATION       CAREERS       SUCCESS

JVS will host its 6th Annual Spring Gala on Thursday, April 29, 2010 at the InterContinental Hotel, Boston. 

Master of Ceremonies, Boston City Council President Mike Ross will lead the program as JVS recognizes its outstanding corporate partner, Hebrew SeniorLife and its CEO, Len Fishman for his leadership in establishing and supporting workplace based education programs.  The Hebrew SeniorLife (HSL) Burton and Gloria Rose Career Development Program allows Certified Nursing Assistants to study for and become Licensed Practical Nurses. The program pays for all coursework and books, and HSL has invested in software to build reading and math skills, courses for which are offered through JVS.

Temple Beth Shalom in Needham will receive the "Community Innovator Award" for its work helping community members access tools and support during this difficult economic time. From the workshops co-led by Rabbi Jay Perlman and June Atkind, to the TBS Cares Group founded by Richard Atkind, Morris Porter and Ken Spigle, and the Temple hosting the Career Moves at JVS Needham Job Club, people have been encouraged to come together to share stories, job leads and job search suggestions.

JVS will also honor two exceptional clients who have overcome considerable obstacles in order to achieve great success--the first is a graduate of the Burton and Gloria Rose Career Development Program and the second is a participant from the JVS/Combined Jewish Philanthropies Recession Response Program.